Community Project Funding Submissions FY 27

Community Project Funding Submissions FY 27

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration

Project Title: Kewaunee Senior Community Center and Public Library
Recipient: City of Kewaunee
Location: 401 Fifth Street, Kewaunee, WI 54216
Amount: $1,000,000
Justification: Funding would be used to construct a new senior center and public library in Kewaunee, a critical investment that expands essential services for older adults and residents across the county. This facility would replace inadequate, inaccessible spaces and provide a modern, community-serving hub that strengthens health, education, and civic engagement for an underserved rural population.
Certification Letter

Energy and Water

Project Title: Manawa Millpond and Dam Redevelopment
Recipient: City of Manawa
Location: 500 South Bridge Street, P.O. Box 248, Manawa, WI 54949
Amount: $217,500
Justification: Funding would be used to support a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Investigations effort to complete the hydrologic, hydraulic, geotechnical, environmental, and preliminary design analyses needed to advance the reconstruction of the Manawa Dam and restoration of the Manawa Millpond.
Certification Letter

Transportation and Housing and Urban Development

Project Title: Appleton Airport Ticketing and Baggage Infrastructure
Recipient: Appleton International Airport
Location: W6390 Challenger Drive, Appleton, WI 54914
Amount: $1,200,000
Justification: Funding would be used for technological advancements necessary to accommodate projected passenger growth, introduce additional airline partners, and maintain a high level of service. The current layout also presents accessibility challenges for passengers with disabilities and for airline staff working in confined spaces. This project addresses those limitations by expanding space, improving operational efficiency, and modernizing the facility to current accessibility standards.
Certification Letter

Project Title: Green Bay Airport Snow Removal Equipment
Recipient: Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport
Location: 2077 Airport Drive, Suite 18, Green Bay, WI 54313
Amount: $2,250,000
Justification: Funding would be used to replace two plows and two brooms with two multifunction combination units, allowing GRB to be more efficient at snow removal operations. New SRE will improve the airport's ability to maintain safe and operational airfield conditions during winter weather events by increasing efficiency and reliability in snow and ice removal. Modern equipment provides enhanced plowing, sweeping, and blowing capabilities, allowing staff to clear runways, taxiways, and aprons more quickly and effectively while helping ensure continued compliance with FAA Part 139 requirements.
Certification Letter

Project Title: Howard Public Works Operations Facility Expansion
Recipient: Village of Howard
Location: 2456 Glendale Ave, Green Bay, WI 54313
Amount: $4,000,000
Justification: Funding would be used to expand the Village of Howard’s Public Works Operations Facility by adding approximately 26,000 square feet of vehicle storage, equipment maintenance space, and operational capacity needed to support essential municipal services. Investing in core public works infrastructure improves service efficiency, protects public assets, and ensures the village can continue delivering reliable, cost-effective services to residents and businesses.
Certification Letter

Project Title: Kaukauna Water Treatment System Improvements
Recipient: City of Kaukauna
Location: 144 West 2nd Street, Kaukauna, WI 54130
Amount: $2,000,000
Justification: Funding would be used to modify Kaukauna’s water system by constructing durable buildings and installing modern programming to ensure that the residents of Kaukauna will still have access to potable water during and after severe weather events.
Certification Letter

Project Title: Morrison Bridge Replacement
Recipient: Town of Morrison
Location: 7648 Morrison Road, Morrison, WI 54126
Amount: $1,237,500
Justification: Funding would be used to allow the town to widen the bridge in order to meet the current town road standards. This bridge provides an important transportation link for residents, agricultural producers, school buses, and emergency services in the Town of Morrison. The existing structure has reached the end of its service life and requires replacement to maintain safe and reliable travel for the community.
Certification Letter

Project Title: Weyauwega Fire Station Expansion and Modernization
Recipient: Weyauwega Area Fire District
Location: 116 East Wisconsin Street, Weyauwega, WI 54983
Amount: $4,500,000
Justification: Funding would be used to expand and modernize the Weyauwega Volunteer Fire District’s 40-year-old station, a critical investment that strengthens public safety and supports the four municipalities they serve. These improvements will reduce exposure to hazardous materials, enhance response times, and deliver long-term public safety and economic benefits, ensuring that taxpayer dollars directly improve emergency readiness and protect lives and property across the region.
Certification Letter